The Trump administration, days before imposing sanctions aimed at the heart of Iran’s economy, is wrestling with a decision about how far to go in its efforts to drive Swift, the global banking network, to cut off Iranian banks.
U.s. Hesitates Over Scope Of Finance Sanctions On Iran
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